Director Of Program Development Jobs in Meridian, ID

Evolve Steel is a technology-driven structural steel company focused on delivering innovative solutions through integrated detailing, fabrication, and erection services. We combine industry expertise with advanced digital workflows to provide exceptional project outcomes across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets. Our commitment to quality, safety, innovation, and customer experience drives everything we do.

Evolve Steel is seeking an experienced and visionary Construction Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of our construction operations. This position is responsible for guiding projects from preconstruction planning through execution and closeout while ensuring safety, quality, profitability, and client satisfaction.

The Construction Manager will lead project management teams and cross-functional collaboration between detailing, fabrication, and erection departments. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep expertise in structural steel construction, strong financial acumen, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects successfully.

• Provide strategic leadership for the construction division and align operational goals with company objectives.
• Lead project management teams and oversee field operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across construction processes, quality control, and operational performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners.
• Oversee integration between Detailing, Fabrication, and Erection teams to ensure seamless communication and execution.
• Collaborate closely with the Technical Innovation Lead and Fabrication Operations Manager to align digital models, fabrication readiness, and field installation sequencing.
• Own and optimize Evolve Steel's "Model-to-Field" delivery process.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to schedule adherence, customer satisfaction, milestone achievement, rework reduction, safety, and profitability.
• Present department performance metrics and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

• Mentor, coach, and develop project managers, detailers, and construction personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify growth and advancement opportunities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Build organizational leadership depth through succession planning and talent development.

• Direct planning, scheduling, execution, and closeout of structural steel projects including structural frameworks, joists, decking systems, and complex steel assemblies.
• Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams to identify constructability opportunities, connection efficiencies, and value engineering solutions.
• Provide expertise on erection methodologies, crane planning, logistics, and sequencing strategies.
• Review design models, shop drawings, and submittals to ensure field feasibility and minimize RFIs.
• Ensure compliance with engineering requirements, project specifications, contracts, and safety standards.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, labor productivity, and overall financial performance.
• Resolve project challenges related to safety, scheduling, engineering, quality, and resource allocation.
• Monitor workforce utilization and proactively balance workloads to maximize efficiency.

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures for steel fabrication and erection activities.
• Leverage technology including BIM, 3D modeling, laser scanning, and digital construction workflows to improve project outcomes.
• Standardize project management and detailing procedures in alignment with company best practices and playbooks.
• Audit project execution to ensure adherence to quality standards and operational procedures.
• Lead corrective action initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote consistency across project managers, detailers, field teams, and subcontractors to achieve predictable project results.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive construction management experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience within the structural steel industry.
• Proven success managing large-scale commercial, industrial, or infrastructure steel projects.

• Extensive knowledge of structural steel fabrication and erection practices.
• Strong understanding of structural systems, welding procedures, bolting requirements, and steel construction methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with construction management and design software including:
  • Procore
  • Primavera P6
  • AutoCAD
  • Tekla Structures
  • BIM platforms and related technologies
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and financial management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Opportunity to lead a growing, innovation-focused structural steel organization.
• Influence company strategy and operational excellence initiatives.
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals in detailing, fabrication, and erection.
• Drive the implementation of advanced technology and digital construction processes.
• Competitive compensation package, performance incentives, and leadership growth opportunities.

Evolve Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.